D.C. 9th among worst places to own a car

WASHINGTON – Sitting in traffic can be frustrating, especially with all of the region’s traffic jams. But, congestion isn’t the only reason the D.C. area is on a list of the worst places to own a car.

The survey from Jalopnik finds D.C. is the ninth most tortuous place to try to keep a car. It justifies the ranking saying roads are confusing and seem to be designed to stop traffic. And, it’s survey finds nobody knows how to drive in D.C.

Topping the list is San Francisco because of parking costs. New York City is No. 2 because of tolls, delivery trucks and taxis. Miami has sprawl. Cars in Fresno, Calif. are most likely to get stolen. Boston has poor drivers and rough roads.